Bullying isn’t always physical. What other ways do kids find to bully one another?
Calling names and teasing; deserting someone; making someone feel unwanted; trying to get control over someone

Further Discussion:
Which do you think is worse: physical bullying (hitting or shoving) or psychological bullying (teasing, being mean, etc.)?

What are some of the responses the kids use when dealing with bullies? Ignore the bully; count to ten and get control of their emotions; walk away; tell someone about it; get an adult to confront the bully

Further Discussion:
Have you ever bullied someone? Why did you do it? How did it make you feel while you were doing it? Did you feel different later?

Further Discussion:
One girl in the video suggests that bullying is a part of “human nature.” Do you agree? Why or why not? What can you, or anyone, do to help solve the problem of bullying?

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